SSAT Practice Test (Middle Level: Verbal)

Question 1

OBEDIENT mean:

Accepted Answer

amenable

Answer

The word 'obedient' means willing to comply with orders or requests. Among the choices, 'amenable' means open and responsive to suggestion, or easily persuaded or controlled. This aligns closely with the definition of obedient, as an amenable person is likely to be obedient.

Question 2

Finish the analogy.
Greyhound is to racing as retriever is to __________.

Accepted Answer

fetching

Answer

This analogy relates a specific breed of dog to its primary characteristic or purpose. Greyhounds are renowned for their speed and are associated with racing. Similarly, Retrievers are a breed of dog specifically bred and known for their ability to 'retrieve' or 'fetch' objects, often in hunting. Therefore, 'fetching' is the most appropriate completion for the analogy.

Question 3

OUTFOX mean:

Accepted Answer

Outwit

Answer

To 'outfox' someone means to defeat or trick them by being more clever or cunning. The word 'outwit' carries the same meaning, implying the use of superior ingenuity or cleverness to overcome an opponent. Therefore, 'outwit' is the closest synonym for 'outfox'.

Question 4

OPTIMAL mean:

Accepted Answer

Ideal

Answer

The word 'optimal' means the best or most favorable condition or outcome. 'Ideal' means satisfying one's conception of what is perfect or most suitable. Both words convey the sense of being the best possible choice or state, making 'ideal' the closest synonym.

Question 5

COWARDICE mean:

Accepted Answer

fearfulness

Answer

Cowardice refers to a lack of bravery or courage. This state is fundamentally driven by 'fearfulness', which is the feeling or showing of fear or apprehension. Therefore, 'fearfulness' is the core characteristic and closest meaning to cowardice.